Rakiura National Park
- Annual mean
- 10.5 °C
- Warmest month
- February
- Wettest month
- January
Detailed atmospheric records including wind speed, humidity, and daylight hours for regional analysis.
Review long-term atmospheric patterns for Fiordland National Park using comprehensive climate data measured from 1991 to 2020. These values reflect a single representative coordinate within the park to help researchers and planners understand annual environmental trends. Readers can evaluate month-by-month averages for temperature, precipitation rates, humidity, wind, and daylight, while noting that terrain variation across the region may influence localized conditions.
Analyzing average thermal ranges and daily precipitation trends in Southland
Evaluating long-term climate normals, average daily precipitation, relative humidity, and daylight hours
| Mean temperature | Precipitation | Humidity | Wind speed | Daylight | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.9 °C2.1° to 20.8° | 6 mm/day | 84.4% | 4.7 m/s | 15 hours |
| February | 10.9 °C1.8° to 20.9° | 5.8 mm/day | 86% | 4.2 m/s | 13.9 hours |
| March | 9.3 °C0.7° to 18.6° | 5.5 mm/day | 88.4% | 4.2 m/s | 12.3 hours |
| April | 7.1 °C-0.7° to 15.5° | 5.8 mm/day | 91.2% | 3.9 m/s | 10.7 hours |
| May | 5.2 °C-1.8° to 12.7° | 6 mm/day | 94.3% | 3.9 m/s | 9.3 hours |
| June | 2.9 °C-3.2° to 9.7° | 5.3 mm/day | 95% | 3.4 m/s | 8.6 hours |
| July | 2.2 °C-3.8° to 8.5° | 4.9 mm/day | 94.5% | 3.4 m/s | 8.9 hours |
| August | 3 °C-3.6° to 9.7° | 4.9 mm/day | 93% | 3.7 m/s | 10.1 hours |
| September | 4.5 °C-2.8° to 12.4° | 5.4 mm/day | 89.9% | 4.4 m/s | 11.7 hours |
| October | 5.8 °C-2° to 15° | 6.4 mm/day | 87.9% | 4.8 m/s | 13.4 hours |
| November | 7.4 °C-1.1° to 16.9° | 5.8 mm/day | 85.5% | 4.7 m/s | 14.7 hours |
| December | 9.6 °C1° to 19.5° | 6 mm/day | 84.1% | 4.5 m/s | 15.4 hours |
Comparing thirty year averages to identify comparative warmest, coolest, wettest, and windiest months
Interactive climate map
Visit the MoriAtlas climate map to compare long-term monthly temperature and precipitation metrics across national parks. This visual interface helps you understand seasonal variations at specific protected area coordinates to deepen your knowledge of global park geography and environmental characteristics.
Contrast monthly weather patterns and environmental conditions across diverse geographic settings

Delve deeper into the mapped geography and protected-area context of Fiordland National Park. Understand its unique glacial landforms, vast alpine wilderness, and the significance of its ancient temperate rainforests. This exploration reveals the core of the Te Wāhipounamu World Heritage Area and the intricate natural systems that define this remarkable New Zealand national park.